Sunday, September 30, 2007

my upcoming vacation

So this is the itinerary that my tour organizers have sent me. I think there are only about 12 people going on this trip, which suits me just fine. I hope I like everyone, but even if I don't, I could just chill out. I will be rooming with a friend and she's low key.


Saturday, October 6th-Departure Day
going to Los Cabos (that's in Baja Mexico)
Have to show up at 3:30am -- ouch!

Transfer to Cabo Pulmo (aprox. 60 miles)
On the way we’ll stop at a grocery store for items.
Arrive at Cabo Pulmo Beach Resort.
http://www.cabopulmo.com/
Check in and get settled.
Go for a swim!!!

6:30-7:30pm-First optional Yoga session on the beach.(sunset!)
8:00pm Optional Group Dinner-Tito’s Restaurant

Information on Cabo Pulmo-“It’s paradise”
Cabo Pulmo is the only living coral reef on the Pacific coast. Divers and snorkelers will love the finger coral reefs extending offshore with water from 15 to 80 feet deep. Surrounded by undeveloped desert and a stunning mountain range, the pristine beaches of Cabo Pulmo Park give way to a shallow bay that cradles one of three living reefs (the only hard coral reef) in North America.
Population is only 200 people in this area with 5 restaurants, 2 cantinas, and one general store.

Sunday, October 7th-Kayaking and Snorkeling
8:00-9:30am Optional Yoga on the beach.
9:00-10:00am Breakfast

11:00-to whenever! Kayaking and snorkeling
After breakfast we will pack our lunches and head down and collect our rented kayaks and snorkel gear. From there we will enjoy a self-guided excursion to south of Los Frailes. The kayaking is easy and very safe. We will snorkel as we please…and enjoy sea lions! In the afternoon, we’ll pull our kayaks to the side as we have lunch and snorkel some more. We will return to the resort at our leisure (we will have the kayaks for 24hrs).

8:00-BBQ Dinner at the resort (everyone needs to buy their own meat or veggie to cook on the grill). Maybe we could all chip in for fajitas! And make our own Margaritas!!

Monday, October 8th-Free Day!
8:00-10:00 Breakfast

Optional Things to do on Cabo Pulmo
-Relax!! Swim and relax!!
-Kayaking
-Snorkel (in a boat or off shore)
-Dive (even if you aren’t certified, you could do a one-on-one dive)
-Hike (there are two trails off of the resort)
-Walk on the beach
-Did I mention you can relax??

5:00-6:30pm Optional yoga on the beach

8:00-Dinner

Tuesday, October 9th-Surf Day!
8:00-9:00 Breakfast/Pack
9:30-Leave for Cabo San Lucas
(we will stop at another grocery store on the way to pick up supplies)
12:00-Arrive in Cabo San Lucas
Check in Marina Sol Luxury Condos
http://www.marinasolresort.com/

The remainder of the day (until 3:00) explore the city and beach.
3:30pm Pick up for Surf lessons!!
Transportation will take us to Costa Azul-East Cape. Here we will spend our late afternoon practice riding the wave!

7:30pm Return to Condos.
9:00pm-Optional Group Dinner TBD

Wednesday, October 10th-Open Day!
8:00am-Begin your free day with an optional morning yoga session
9:00-10:00am Breakfast in large condo

Optional Activities in Cabo San Lucas
-ATV Trail Rides $45-50 for half day(four hrs)$80 full day.
-Boat Cruises, glass bottom boats 45min. $10pp and can drop you off at Playa del Amor near the arch and flag another boat to go back.
-Sunset Cruises, with all beer and margaritas you can drink. 2hrs long. Make reservations at hotel.$25-50(depending if dinner is incl)
-Pez Gato a 42-foot Hawaiian-style catamaran. Sunset cruises w/alcohol $35 for 2hr.
-Jungle Cruise cruise (adult only) 2hr. $40
-Horseback Riding 1hr=$30/2hr in mountains $45
624-143-4826
-Rent kayaks, canoes, Hobie Cats, sailboards, and Sunfish sailboats from Cabo Acuadeportes at Hacienda Beach Resort
-Rent mountain bikes for $20 day/$5hr at Tio Sports (624) 143-3399
-Zip line Canopy Tours $77pp www.canopycostaazul.com
-Parasailing $35
-Diving $40-50(one tank)$65-75(two tank) in Shipwreck Beach or the sandfalls.
-Rent a jet ski(not sure on price)
-Spend time at the spa
-Shop!
-Relax on the beach or pool.

6:00pm-Meet at beach bar for drinks(optional)
8:00pm Optional group dinner TBD


Thursday, October 11th-Hiking Day!
9:00am Breakfast in the large condo
10:00am Leave for Hike to Springs
-bring lunch, lots of H2O, sun hat, bug spray, and sneakers.
It will be HOT! (yoga will only be done if there is enough shade…and is optional).
4:00pm Return to Condos
8:00pm Dinner TBD

Friday, October 12th-Sailing Day!
9:00-10:00 Breakfast in large condo
10:15-Leave for the port
11:00am-3:00pm Sailing/Snorkeling
Our snorkel tour sails to beautiful Santa Maria Bay,where you will swim in tropical waters with abundant sea life.
Included: all snorkel gear, beverages, (bottled water, sodas, beer and open bar).
Lunch Includes: fresh fruit basket, club sandwiches, guacamole, chips and mexican salsa.

5:00pm-Optional yoga session
8:00 Group dinner-LAST one! TBA!
10:00-?? Drinks Baja style!

Saturday, October 13th
go home :( sniff

1 comment:

Unknown said...

I see you went somewhere tropical like I wrote in facebook! It sounds like a blast. Speaking of which, I'm in Iraq as I write this. Things are OK so far, all things considered, albeit burning hot. Have fun on your trip! I'll write more later.